outbye
In the direction away from the coal faceIn the direction away from the coal face.
Meaning
3 senses(not comparable)In the direction away from the coal face.
(not comparable, obsolete)A short distance away.
(not comparable, obsolete)Outside.
Origin
From Middle English outby, outbi, equivalent to out (adverb) + by (adverb).From Middle English outby, outbi, equivalent to out (adverb) + by (adverb).
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